I'm currently in a job I hate. It's secure. They value me. Knowing my condition (MDD - I was upfront with it), they offered me telework, with a couple of days in the office. The telework really helped ease me in.

Don't get me wrong, going in is a struggle every day, but I have something to look forward to.

As for your past work, be proud of it!!! Don't use it as a yardstick. You are a different person. Older, wiser (ns). Look at yourself as going in a NEW direction. Look at your future as a possibility and potential for you to unlock. And be kind and gentle with yourself.

Kudos for getting to the fair. It must have been tough, initially. I hope you enjoyed yourself.